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A northern Illinois deputy shot during traffic stop

MAZON, Ill. (AP) - A northern Illinois sheriff's deputy was shot during a traffic stop Thursday, authorities said.

Grundy County officials said the officer was shot while he was conducting the traffic stop around 5 p.m. in Mazon, 56 miles (91 kilometers) southwest of Chicago.

The officer was transported to a hospital and was listed in stable condition.

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